2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 495 kg more than 1982 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 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Premacy | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | Premacy | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
