1983 Fiat 127 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 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 90 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 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 127 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
