2006 Audi A3 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 20 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 640 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
