2004 Buick Century vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 780 kg more than 1982 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 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Century | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
