1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1385 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Talbot | Ford |
Model | Samba | F-150 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |