1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 680 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 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 911 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
