1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1370 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Talbot | Chrysler |
Model | Samba | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3078 mm |