1974 Opel Kadett vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 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 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Kadett | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
