1977 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1982 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, 1977 GMC Jimmy (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Jimmy | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
