1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 445 kg more than 1982 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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | Jeepster | Samba |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
