1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 17 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 510 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Sidewinder | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
