1991 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 5 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 660 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, 1991 Audi 100 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 100 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
