1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 1982 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1982 Talbot Horizon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Horizon (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Talbot Horizon (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 1982 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | 1510 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
