1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1983 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Bentley | Talbot |
| Model | Azure | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |
