1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 755 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Monaro | Samba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
