1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 401 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
