1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 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, 1955 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 1100 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
