2002 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
