1983 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 1983 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Tagora | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Talbot | Fiat |
| Model | Tagora | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
