1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 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 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Olympia | Samba |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
