1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 26 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Talbot |
| Model | Bianchina | Samba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2350 mm |
