1989 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 6 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 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 560 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, 1989 Audi 100 (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 100 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 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 |
