2007 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 03-Sep | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Saab | Talbot |
| Model | 03-Sep | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
