1992 Renault 19 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 10 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 355 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, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | 19 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
