1980 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1984 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 80 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
