1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 346 kg more than 1984 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 (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Tipo | Samba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
