2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (170 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 640 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 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
| Model | Alero | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
