1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 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 ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | ZX | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
