1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 31 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Talbot | Hyundai |
| Model | Horizon | H1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
