2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Silverado | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2350 mm |
