1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora 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 8 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Talbot | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Tagora | 166 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |