1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 25 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 145 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, 2010 Hyundai Atos (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Talbot | Hyundai |
| Model | Samba | Atos |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
