2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | SSR | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
