1988 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 5 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. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 508 kg more than 1983 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | CX | Samba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
