1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1155 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Impala | Samba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
