1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Talbot Samba (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Minica | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
