2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 646 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Dion | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
