1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 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. Both 1997 Citroen C 15 and 1986 Talbot Samba are equipped with a 954 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | C 15 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
