1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Giulietta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
