1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Anglia | Samba |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
