1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 690 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XK | Samba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
