1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 21 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 715 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Talbot | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Samba | Magna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
