1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 350 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 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | Samba | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
