1999 Audi A2 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 16 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A2 weights approximately 130 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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A2 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
