2005 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 545 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lada | Talbot |
| Model | Niva | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
