2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 653 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 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Meriva | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
