1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 610 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Talbot | Nissan |
| Model | Samba | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
