1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Samba | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
