2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 990 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | Q5 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
