2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 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 Strada (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Strada | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 953 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 | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 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 | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
