1975 Audi 50 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 683 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Talbot Tagora 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 1980 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 50 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
