1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Samba (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Samba weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Talbot Samba (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Fellow | Samba |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2350 mm |
