1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 656 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | Mondial | Samba |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
