2007 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 911 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 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 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 03-Sep | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Saab | Talbot |
| Model | 03-Sep | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
