1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
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 Toyota Prius, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Tagora | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Tagora | Prius |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
