2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 855 kg more than 1983 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 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Zafira | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
