1957 MG MGA vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 156 kg more than 1984 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 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | MG | Talbot |
| Model | MGA | Samba |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
