1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 30 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 350 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Horizon | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Talbot | Mini |
Model | Horizon | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3957 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |