2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Charger | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
