2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 24 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 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 38 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, 2005 Daewoo Matiz (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daewoo | Talbot |
| Model | Matiz | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
