1996 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 14 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 245 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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Scoupe | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
