1999 Proton Persona vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Proton Persona 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Persona weights approximately 220 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 Proton Persona (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Persona | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Proton | Talbot |
| Model | Persona | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
