2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 20 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 56 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Fiat Duna, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Duna | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
