1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 424 kg more than 1982 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (102 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | GTV | Samba |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
