1997 Seat Cordoba vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Seat Cordoba 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 185 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 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Cordoba | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Seat | Talbot |
| Model | Cordoba | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
