1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 635 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Talbot | Ford |
Model | Samba | C-Max |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2648 mm |