2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 550 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 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Galant | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
