1998 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 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, 1998 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
