1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 372 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Polo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |