1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 27 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Talbot | Hyundai |
| Model | Samba | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
