1999 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 715 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Magna | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
