1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | CJ5 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |
