1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 706 kg more than 1985 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Kappa | Samba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
