1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 625 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 164 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
