1975 Audi 50 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Samba weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Audi 50 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 50 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
