2001 Porsche 996 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 665 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 996 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
