1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 156 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | 600 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
