2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 25 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1154 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Canyon | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
