1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 26 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 265 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Talbot | Tata |
| Model | Samba | Indica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
