2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 156 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
