1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 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 1,347 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 215 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 Mazda 2 (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Talbot | Mazda |
Model | Samba | 2 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1347 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |