1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Abarth Stola weights approximately 60 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | Stola | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
