1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1982 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 155 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
