2001 Nissan Altima vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Altima weights approximately 562 kg more than 1986 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 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Altima | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Altima | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
