1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 514 kg more than 1986 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Zephyr | Samba |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2350 mm |
