2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. Both 2001 Citroen Saxo and 1986 Talbot Samba are equipped with a 954 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 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 Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Saxo | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
