2008 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 27 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1085 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
