1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1480 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Talbot | Chevrolet |
| Model | Samba | Express |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3429 mm |
