1974 Opel Rekord 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 Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Rekord weights approximately 325 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 Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Rekord | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Rekord | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
