1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
| Model | Cutlass | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
