1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Duna | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
