1985 Talbot Samba vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 260 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |