1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 689 kg more than 1985 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daimler | Talbot |
| Model | Conquest | Samba |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
