1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 770 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Talbot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Samba | 166 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
