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Talbot Samba

General information

ModelTalbot Samba
Year1981
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size953 ccm (58.15 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement953 ccm (58.15 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power45.00 PS (33 kW or 44 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque65.00 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke70.0 x 62.0 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0608 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3580 litres (946 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight740 kg (1,631.4 pounds)
Overall length3520 mm (138.6 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2350 mm (92.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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