1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 64 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | 1000 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
