2005 Fiat Albea vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 21 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Albea (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Albea weights approximately 271 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, 2005 Fiat Albea (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Albea | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Albea | Samba |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |