2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 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 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Subaru | Talbot |
| Model | Legacy | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
