1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Talbot Samba | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |