2006 MG TF vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 26 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 49 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF. 1980 Talbot Tagora has automatic transmission and 2006 MG TF has manual transmission. 2006 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Talbot Tagora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | MG | Talbot |
| Model | TF | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
