1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 500 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 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Talbot | Suzuki |
| Model | Samba | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2499 mm |
