1985 Austin Montego vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | Montego | Samba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
