1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Dart (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 615 kg more than 1982 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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Dart | Samba |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
