1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 880 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Avanti | Talbot |
| Model | Avanti | Samba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
