1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 9 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 645 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Maserati | Talbot |
| Model | Ghibli | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
