2006 Audi TT vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 645 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 TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | TT | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
