1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Talbot Samba (102 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Talbot | Wartburg |
| Model | Samba | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
