1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (90 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 159 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba.
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, 1982 Talbot Samba (102 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Horizon | Samba |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
