1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 557 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Horizon has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Horizon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Talbot | Kia |
| Model | Horizon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
