1995 Lancia Zeta vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 906 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 Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Zeta | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Zeta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
