1971 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Capri weights approximately 322 kg more than 1985 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Capri | Samba |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
