1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 15 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 810 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
