1959 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Consul (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Consul | Samba |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |