1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 800 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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | Firebird | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
