1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 220 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, 1977 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Talbot | Zastava |
| Model | Samba | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
