1983 Talbot 1510 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 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 Talbot 1510 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot 1510 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | 1510 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
