1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 109 kg more than 1984 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 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daewoo | Talbot |
| Model | Matiz | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
