1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 23 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), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1444 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
