1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 993 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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Samba | S60 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2776 mm |