1999 Hyundai Pony vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Pony is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 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 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Pony | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Pony | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
