1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 19 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 870 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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Talbot | Opel |
| Model | Samba | Signum |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
