2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 147 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
