1984 Talbot Samba vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 946 kg more than 1984 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, 1977 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Talbot | Tatra |
| Model | Samba | T613 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2990 mm |
