2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Ducato | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2350 mm |
