1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1288 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 Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex 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 Flex | |
Make | Talbot | Ford |
Model | Samba | Flex |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2994 mm |