2000 Audi A8 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2350 mm |
