1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 881 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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Talbot |
| Model | Diablo | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
