1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 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 F-350 | |
| Make | Talbot | Ford |
| Model | Samba | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3967 mm |
