1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Alfetta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
