1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 304 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, 1972 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Cortina | Samba |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
