1986 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Escort | Samba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
