2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1360 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 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Terracan | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Terracan | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
