1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 20 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 1300 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Talbot | Tata |
Model | Samba | Safari |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |