2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 15 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1090 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | Allroad | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
