2002 Audi S4 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1985 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | S4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
