1985 Talbot Samba vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1985 Talbot Samba and 1985 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 480 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Talbot | Mitsubishi |
Model | Samba | Magna |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |