1977 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 370 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, 1977 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 100 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
