1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 750 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Nova | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Nova | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
