1992 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 296 kg more than 1984 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, 1992 Citroen BX (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | BX | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
