2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 11 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Stilo | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
