2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 18 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 940 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Trans Sport | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
