1985 Talbot Samba vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona is newer by 8 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 365 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Talbot | Proton |
| Model | Samba | Persona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
