1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 480 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Talbot | Skoda |
| Model | Samba | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
