1965 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 710 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | DS | Samba |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |