1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 ZAZ Wagon weights approximately 1 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, 2004 ZAZ Wagon (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 ZAZ Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Talbot | ZAZ |
| Model | Samba | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
