1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1980 Talbot Horizon is newer by 3 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 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Talbot Horizon (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Talbot Horizon (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Horizon | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
