1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 580 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 W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | W 111 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
