1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1983 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Talbot | Lincoln |
| Model | Samba | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3023 mm |
