1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 695 kg more than 1985 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 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Plymouth | Talbot |
| Model | Barracuda | Samba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
