1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1376 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Talbot Samba | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Talbot | Infiniti |
Model | Samba | FX |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 5026 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |