2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 24 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 205 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Palio II | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 954 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 | 102 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
