2004 BMW 120 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 595 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, 2004 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 120 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
