1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 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 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Simca | Talbot |
| Model | 1000 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
