2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Palio (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 285 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 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Palio | Samba |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |