1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 72 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Talbot | Fiat |
| Model | Tagora | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
