1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 390 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Talbot Samba | 2010 Opel Agila | |
Make | Talbot | Opel |
Model | Samba | Agila |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |