1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1985 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | 15 | Samba |
Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 65 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |