1959 Jeep CJ5 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 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 440 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 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Samba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | CJ5 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |
