1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 400 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 132 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
