2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1010 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
Model | Trans Sport | Samba |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |