2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1984 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 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
