1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | Boxster | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
