1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 440 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Talbot |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Samba |
| Year Released | 1965 | 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 | 146 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
