1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 404 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Tagora | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Talbot | Daewoo |
| Model | Tagora | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
