1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 805 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Statesman | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
