1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 470 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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | Ponton | Samba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
