1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 12 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 494 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Xantia | Samba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
