1996 Renault 19 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1981 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 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | 19 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
