1964 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,890 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Falcon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 40 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ford Falcon (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Falcon | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Falcon | Samba |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 740 kg |
