1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 911 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
