1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 795 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Talbot | Rover |
| Model | Samba | 75 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
