1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 515 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Talbot | Venturi |
| Model | Samba | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
