1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Samba weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 MG Midget.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 1974 MG Midget | |
| Make | Talbot | MG |
| Model | Samba | Midget |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
