2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 625 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Kangoo | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
