2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 865 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Commercial | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
