1969 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 911 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
