2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (69 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 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 Xsara (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Xsara | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
