1981 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, both 1981 Pontiac Phoenix 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Phoenix | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | Phoenix | Samba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
