1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 880 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Corvette | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
