2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 417 kg more than 1984 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 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Neon | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
