1981-1986 Samba OverviewTalbot Samba Overview (1981 - 1986)
1981 - 1986
Tech Specs Summary
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- 80 - 109 mph
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- 11.2 - 20.8 seconds
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- 41 - 88 BHP
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- 28.2 - 40.4 mpg
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- 740 - 850 kg
The Talbot Samba was produced by the French manufacturer Talbot between 1981 - 1986. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a hatchback or convertible. There are many power levels available from a 1 L Inline 4 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Samba is the Talbot Samba Rallye which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 88 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 113 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 109 mph and gets to 62 mph in 11.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Talbot Samba is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 355 miles.