1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 28 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 577 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Talbot | Nissan |
| Model | Samba | Cube |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
