1979 Subaru Leone vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 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 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Subaru | Talbot |
| Model | Leone | Samba |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
