1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (90 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 214 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (102 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Beta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
