1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 964 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Talbot | Ford |
Model | Samba | Falcon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2838 mm |