1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 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 Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Sprint | Samba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
