2006 Audi S4 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1981 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | S4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
