1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | A 40 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
