1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1677 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Talbot | Ford |
| Model | Samba | Edge |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3505 mm |
