2004 Audi TT vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Audi TT 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 600 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 TT (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | TT | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 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 |
