1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Jetta |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |