2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1968 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
Model | Defender | Samba |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |