1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Tipo | Samba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
