1947 Austin 16 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | 16 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
