1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 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), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 770 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Talbot | Mazda |
Model | Samba | 6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2789 mm |