2003 Subaru Baja vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 836 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Baja | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Subaru | Talbot |
| Model | Baja | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
