1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Talbot Horizon is newer by 3 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. Both 1980 Talbot Horizon and 1983 Talbot Horizon are equipped with a 1,118 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Horizon (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
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, both vehicles can yield 91 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Horizon | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 945 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 |
