1981 Talbot Samba vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 270 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, 1986 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 1986 Ford Capri | |
Make | Talbot | Ford |
Model | Samba | Capri |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |