1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 183 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Tagora | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Talbot | Fiat |
| Model | Tagora | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
