1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 460 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Talbot | Citroen |
| Model | Samba | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
