1983 Talbot Samba vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (49 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 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, 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
