1970 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | DS | Samba |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
