1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 25 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), 2006 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 272 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, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Fox |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
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 | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |