1982 Talbot Horizon vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1982 Talbot Horizon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Talbot Horizon (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Horizon | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Horizon | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
