2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 20 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 535 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Coupe | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
