1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2003 Audi A3
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 555 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, 2003 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2003 Audi A3 | |
Make | Talbot | Audi |
Model | Samba | A3 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |