1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 412 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 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Colt | Samba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
