2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 750 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 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 | 1490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
