1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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. At 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 944 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 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Yaris |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |