2008 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1985 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 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 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 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
