2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Impala | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
