1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 321 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
