1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Tagora | Beetle |
Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |