1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 159 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 126 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
