1986 Ford Orion vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 190 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 Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Orion | Samba |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |