2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 17 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 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 589 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, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Coupe | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
