2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 810 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, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daewoo | Talbot |
| Model | Magnus | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
