1983 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 560 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 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Scimitar | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Reliant | Talbot |
| Model | Scimitar | Samba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
