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Talbot Horizon

General information

ModelTalbot Horizon
Year1979
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1118 ccm (68.22 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1118 ccm (68.22 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power59.5 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque91.00 Nm (9.3 kgf-m or 67.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.6:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 65.0 mm (2.9 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0633 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4230 litres (1,118 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight945 kg (2,083.4 pounds)
Overall length3970 mm (156.3 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity47.0 litres (12.42 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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