1981 Talbot Samba vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 9 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 730 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Talbot | Peugeot |
Model | Samba | 605 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |