1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 254 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | Chante | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 954 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
