1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 820 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Talbot | Citroen |
Model | Samba | C5 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |