1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1980 Talbot Horizon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 1300 (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Talbot | Triumph |
| Model | Horizon | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
