1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 1071 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Talbot | Citroen |
| Model | Samba | C6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
