1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 680 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 Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry 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 Camry | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
