2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 318 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 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Sonata | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
