2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1460 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 Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Patrol | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
