1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 31 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 732 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, 2012 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Talbot | Citroen |
| Model | Samba | C1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
