1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 27 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1476 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Talbot | Kia |
| Model | Samba | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
