1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 21 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (72 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 475 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, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Talbot | Peugeot |
| Model | Samba | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
