1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Talbot | Opel |
| Model | Samba | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
