2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 21 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1170 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | RS6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
