1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 25 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 660 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Talbot Samba | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Talbot | Seat |
Model | Samba | Exeo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2642 mm |