1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 910 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Talbot | Fiat |
Model | Samba | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |