1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 616 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
