1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 45 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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Talbot | Vauxhall |
Model | Samba | Nova |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |