1981 Talbot Samba vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 440 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Celica |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |