2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1981 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 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | C5 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
