1966 Morris 1800 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris 1800 weights approximately 460 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, 1966 Morris 1800 (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris 1800 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Morris | Talbot |
| Model | 1800 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
