1981 Talbot Samba vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Samba (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Talbot Samba (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Talbot | Triumph |
| Model | Samba | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
