2004 Mazda 3 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 479 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (184 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
