2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hummer H3 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hummer | Talbot |
| Model | H3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
