1983 Talbot Samba vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 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, 1980 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Samba | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
