1999 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 19 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Because 1980 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 1980 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Marcia | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
Model | Marcia | Tagora |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |