1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Talbot | Triumph |
| Model | Samba | Herald |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
