1974 Lada Riva 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 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 256 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 Lada Riva (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lada | Talbot |
| Model | Riva | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
