1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Talbot |
| Model | 950 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
