1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 600 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
