2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Samba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Bugatti | Talbot |
Model | Veyron | Samba |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |