1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 840 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Avanti | Talbot |
| Model | Avanti | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
