2003 GMC Sierra vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 GMC Sierra 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1530 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 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Sierra | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2350 mm |
