1987 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. Both 1987 Citroen AX and 1983 Talbot Samba are equipped with a 954 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Samba weights approximately 18 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | AX | Samba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
