1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 1 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1360 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | Lagonda | Samba |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
