1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1985 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 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | 130 | Samba |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |