1997 Nissan Maxima vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 605 kg more than 1986 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 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Maxima | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Maxima | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
