1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, both 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1981 Talbot Samba were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
Model | Alfasud | Samba |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |