1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 655 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 190 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |