2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 893 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 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Subaru | Talbot |
| Model | Impreza | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
