2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 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 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Altis | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Altis | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
