2009 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 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 | 1340 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
