1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Fiat 126 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Samba weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Talbot Samba (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 126 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
