2007 Kia Rio vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 27 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 321 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Kia Rio, 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 (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Rio | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
