1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 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, 1975 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | 1800 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
