2008 Audi A3 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 24 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 761 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 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 | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
