1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Talbot Samba (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Talbot |
| Model | Mini | Samba |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2350 mm |
