1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Talbot 2500 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 1958 Talbot 2500. 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | 2500 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
