1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 620 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (178 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Thema | Samba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
