1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 30 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 545 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Talbot | Kia |
Model | Samba | Rondo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |