1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 394 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Corvair | Samba |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
