1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 700 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, 2010 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Talbot | BMW |
Model | Samba | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |