1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Talbot | Peugeot |
| Model | Samba | 408 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
