2005 Nissan Almera vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 488 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 Nissan Almera (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Almera | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
