1981 Talbot Samba vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1983 Talbot Tagora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 515 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, 1983 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Talbot | Talbot |
Model | Samba | Tagora |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |