1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Mazda | Talbot |
Model | 626 | Samba |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |