2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 14 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 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 270 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daewoo | Talbot |
| Model | Lanos | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
