1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 18 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 425 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 145 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
