1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 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, 1978 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Samba | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| 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 | 66 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| 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 |
