1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 640 kg more than 1981 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 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Dart | Samba |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
