1987 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1985 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 200 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
