1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 965 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | L 200 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |
