1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 475 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, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
