1994 Rover 200 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 12 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 289 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (102 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Rover | Talbot |
| Model | 200 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
