1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 770 kg more than 1983 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 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Subaru | Talbot |
| Model | Legacy | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
