1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 682 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Passat |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |