1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 785 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Talbot | Renault |
| Model | Samba | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
