1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 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 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Studebaker | Talbot |
| Model | Silver Hawk | Samba |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3050 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2350 mm |
