1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 96 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, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Ritmo | Samba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 954 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
