1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Talbot | Fiat |
Model | Samba | Bravo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |