2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 612 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 Pontiac G6 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | G6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
