1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Golf (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 10 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, 1979 Volkswagen Golf (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
