1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 530 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Berline | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Berline | Samba |
Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |