1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 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, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
