2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 426 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 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Xsara | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
