1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Jimmy (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1984 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 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Jimmy | Samba |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
