1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 1600 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, 1971 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
