1957 Morris Cowley vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Cowley (53 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 380 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, 1957 Morris Cowley (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Morris | Talbot |
| Model | Cowley | Samba |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
