2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 910 kg more than 1983 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 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Zeta | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 954 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 | 64 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 |
