1957 Morris Minor vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Samba (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Because 1957 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Talbot Samba (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Morris | Talbot |
| Model | Minor | Samba |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
