1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Innocenti Elba (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Elba should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Elba weights approximately 226 kg more than 1984 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Innocenti Elba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Talbot |
| Model | Elba | Samba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
