2006 Hummer H2 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 25 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2163 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (1,058 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 993 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hummer | Talbot |
| Model | H2 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1058 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
