1983 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 425 kg more than 1981 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 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Plymouth | Talbot |
| Model | Caravelle | Samba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
