1985 Talbot Samba vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Toyota Century is newer by 11 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 1060 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, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 1996 Toyota Century | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Century |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |