1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 100 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Ritmo | Samba |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |