1986 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 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 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | CX | Samba |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |