1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 635 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | Samba | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
