1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot 1510 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 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 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | 1510 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
