2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1986 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Rexton | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
