1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1982 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Talbot | Ford |
| Model | Samba | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3050 mm |
