1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Humber Pullman (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Humber Pullman should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 1400 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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Humber | Talbot |
| Model | Pullman | Samba |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2350 mm |
