1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 23 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Talbot | Hyundai |
| Model | Samba | i20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2525 mm |
