1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 26 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 578 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Bora |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
