2005 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 20 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 800 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
