2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 17 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 150 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | YRV | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
