1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Eagle | Talbot |
| Model | Summit | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
