1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 1025 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
Model | MK VIII | Samba |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |