2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Smart | Talbot |
Model | ForFour | Samba |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |