2009 Audi A8 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 64 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 | 930 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |
