1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 27 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 488 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tagora | Citi |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
