1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1340 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Austin | Talbot |
Model | A 135 | Samba |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |