1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 804 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.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Samba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Samba has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Samba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
