1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Samba weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Talbot Samba (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Charade | Samba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
