1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Talbot Samba | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |