1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 455 kg more than 1954 Abarth Renault. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | Renault | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
