1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Charmant | Samba |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
