1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Talbot Horizon | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Horizon | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
