1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 655 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Corvette | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
