1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Talbot | Renault |
| Model | Samba | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3100 mm |
