1965 Abarth OT vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | OT | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
