1975 Ford Torino vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 906 kg more than 1984 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 Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Torino | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
