1983 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 28 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
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, 2011 Hyundai ix20, 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Tagora | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Talbot | Hyundai |
| Model | Tagora | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2615 mm |
