1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 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 Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Navajo | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
