1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 27 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 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 630 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
