1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 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 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Valiant | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
