1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 805 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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Will |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
