1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 698 kg more than 1981 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 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Flaminia | Samba |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
