1986 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 302 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, 1986 Audi 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 80 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
