1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 285 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 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Talbot | Suzuki |
Model | Samba | Jimny |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |