1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 28 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 889 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Talbot | Audi |
| Model | Samba | A5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
