2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1460 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Silverado | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2350 mm |
