1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
