1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 4 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 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 75 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Uno | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
