1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 261 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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Vega | Samba |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
