1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 614 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Talbot Samba | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2578 mm |