2004 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 19 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 825 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
