1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 16 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 730 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, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Satellite | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
