1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 698 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Corvette | Samba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
