1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 104 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 392 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2012 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 (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Talbot | Fiat |
| Model | Tagora | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1345 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
