1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 450 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Talbot | Ford |
| Model | Samba | Focus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2614 mm |
