1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 810 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 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | Samba | 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
