1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 450 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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
