1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 25 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 885 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Samba | S60 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |