1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 520 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Talbot | Holden |
| Model | Samba | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
