1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 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 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
Model | Charmant | Samba |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |