2001 Audi TT vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | TT | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
