1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Samba (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Talbot Samba (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 600 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | 600 | Samba |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |