1974 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 380 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, 1974 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Capri | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
