1981 Renault 9 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | 9 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
