1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 675 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | GTV | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
