1978 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 288 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Capri | Samba |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |