1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 250 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 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Suzuki | Talbot |
| Model | Vitara | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
