2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 22 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 705 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | GTV | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
