2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 19 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 660 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
Model | 156 | Samba |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |