1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 494 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Xantia | Samba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
