2007 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 1136 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, 2007 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
