2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 25 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 536 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dacia | Talbot |
| Model | Logan | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
