1974 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Samba weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Steyr Haflinger | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Steyr | Talbot |
| Model | Haflinger | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2350 mm |
