1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
