1999 Opel Omega vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1981 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 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Omega | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
