1976 Innocenti Mini 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 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Samba weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Talbot |
| Model | Mini | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2350 mm |
