1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 818 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Talbot Samba | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2659 mm |