1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Meteor | Samba |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |