1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 31 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 1055 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Talbot | Infiniti |
| Model | Samba | EX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
