2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,196 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Skoda | Talbot |
| Model | Fabia | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
