2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Colt | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 952 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |
