1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 13 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 490 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Tracker | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
