1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Samba weights approximately 170 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | 700 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
