2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Palio II (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Palio II | Samba |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 62 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |