1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 660 kg more than 1986 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Dino | Samba |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
