1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 925 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Talbot | Chevrolet |
| Model | Samba | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
