1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 740 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 GAZ 3110 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GAZ | Talbot |
| Model | 3110 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
