2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1006 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 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Magnum | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
