1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Samba weights approximately 26 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Talbot |
| Model | 990 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2350 mm |
