1975 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 80 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
