1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 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 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Samba (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Samba weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Talbot Samba (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
