2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | Boxster | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
