1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 28 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Logan (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 421 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, 2012 Renault Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Talbot | Renault |
| Model | Samba | Logan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
