2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 726 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Aveo | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
