1958 Ford 17 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 375 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | 17 | Samba |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |