1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 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, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Grand Break | Samba |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
