1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 3 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Anglia (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Anglia | Samba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
