2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 925 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | CLK | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
