1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1590 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Express | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
