2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 20 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 914 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | XLR | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
