1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 160 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 33 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
