1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Fiat Argenta is newer by 5 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Argenta (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Argenta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
