1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 592 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 Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Touran |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
