2004 Rover 25 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 25 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 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 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 25 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Rover | Talbot |
| Model | 25 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
