1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 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, 1958 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 1400 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
