1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 510 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Talbot |
| Model | Urraco | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
