1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 558 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Bora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
