1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal 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 94 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 589 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. 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, 1961 Trabant Universal, 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 (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Talbot | Trabant |
| Model | Tagora | Universal |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2030 mm |
