1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 570 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 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Talbot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Samba | B |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
