1974 Holden Torana vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 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 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Torana | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
