2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 515 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, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daewoo | Talbot |
| Model | Nubira | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
