1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 425 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Celica |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |