1981 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 186 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, 1981 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Audi | Talbot |
Model | 80 | Samba |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 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 |