1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 770 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 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | Samba | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2619 mm |
