1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 448 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Talbot Tagora (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Ritmo | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
