2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 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 Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Stilo | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
