1955 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 394 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Aurelia | Samba |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
