2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 795 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Viper | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
