2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1982 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 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Viper | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
