2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 303 kg more than 1984 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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Micra | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
