2001 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 606 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | GTV | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
