1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1983 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 968 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
