1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
Model | Spider | Samba |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |