1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 7 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 547 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, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Beretta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
