1965 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 290 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 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Rekord | Samba |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
