1959 Austin 7 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 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 130 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 735 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | 7 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
