1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 23 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1260 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Talbot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Samba | V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
