1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 560 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Zephyr | Samba |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
