1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1125 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Cordoba | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2350 mm |
