2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 850 kg more than 1982 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 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 05-Sep | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Saab | Talbot |
| Model | 05-Sep | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
