1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 18 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 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (90 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 234 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Talbot Samba (102 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2000 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Talbot | Vauxhall |
| Model | Samba | Agila |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
