2003 Audi TT vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 20 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 780 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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | TT | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
