1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alpine | Talbot |
| Model | A 110 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2350 mm |
