1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 28 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 495 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Talbot | Tesla |
| Model | Samba | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2352 mm |
