2000 Acura RL vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 19 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 935 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Samba has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Samba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | RL | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
