1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Alfasud | Samba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
