2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 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 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Morgan | Talbot |
| Model | Plus 8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
