1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 796 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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Talbot | Rover |
Model | Samba | 75 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |