1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 26 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Talbot | Opel |
| Model | Samba | Combo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
