1997 Rover 600 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Rover 600 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 600 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 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 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 600 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Rover | Talbot |
Model | 600 | Samba |
Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |