2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 433 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 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Ibiza | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Seat | Talbot |
Model | Ibiza | Samba |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |