1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 21 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 1,296 cc, 2006 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 445 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, 2006 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
