1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 620 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Charger | Samba |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
