1981 Peugeot 305 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, both 1981 Peugeot 305 and 1981 Talbot Samba were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Peugeot 305 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Peugeot 305 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Peugeot | Talbot |
Model | 305 | Samba |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |