1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 605 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Challenger | Samba |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
