2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 28 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 200 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Croma | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
