1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1985 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1985 Talbot Horizon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1985 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Samba | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
