1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 31 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. 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, 2011 Ford Ka, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Talbot | Ford |
Model | Tagora | Ka |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |