1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 910 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Zeta | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Zeta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 952 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 | 235 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
