1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 124 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Alfasud | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
