2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | B3000 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
