2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1662 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 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Express | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
