2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | C5 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
