1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 1500 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
