1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 11 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1991 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Maserati | Talbot |
| Model | Shamal | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
