1990 Subaru Leone vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 290 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, 1990 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Leone | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Subaru | Talbot |
| Model | Leone | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
