1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Talbot | Fiat |
Model | Tagora | Sedici |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |