1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1610 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3700 mm |
