1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 278 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
