1985 Talbot Samba vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Talbot Lago America (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 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, 1959 Talbot Lago America (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Samba | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
