1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Beijing | Talbot |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
