1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1979 Talbot 1510

To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 355 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Talbot Samba 1979 Talbot 1510
Make Talbot Talbot
Model Samba 1510
Year Released 1982 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 1592 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 3520 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2610 mm


 

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