2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 545 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 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Rondo | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
