2001 Opel Signum vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 658 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 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Signum | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
