1981 Talbot Samba vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra T107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Tatra T107 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Tatra T107 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra T107 weights approximately 460 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Tatra T107 (118 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1948 Tatra T107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | Talbot | Tatra |
| Model | Samba | T107 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
