1969 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 375 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 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Monaro | Samba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
