1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 300 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Beta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
