1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 16 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 685 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | C70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
