1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 365 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Talbot | Daewoo |
| Model | Samba | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
