1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 810 kg more than 1986 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Talbot |
| Model | Mangusta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
