1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 514 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Mustang | Samba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
