2009 Audi TT vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 671 kg more than 1984 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 TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | TT | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 954 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 Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
