2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Palio II | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
