1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 760 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 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 993 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
