2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
