1975 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 183 kg more than 1981 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Escort | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
