1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 1065 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 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 1980 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Century |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
