1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 790 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | A 99 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
