1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 376 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 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Delta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
