1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 925 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Talbot | Seat |
| Model | Samba | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
