1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 956 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Talbot | Seat |
| Model | Samba | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
