2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 650 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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Terracan | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
