1955 Talbot 2500 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 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, 1955 Talbot 2500 (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Talbot 2500 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | 2500 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
