2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 536 kg more than 1984 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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Skoda | Talbot |
| Model | Octavia | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 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 | 1280 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
