1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1981 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, 1971 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 124 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
