1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 308 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Alfetta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
