1984 Austin Montego vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 304 kg more than 1981 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 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | Montego | Samba |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
