1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Giulietta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
