1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Fiat Uno (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Uno | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
