1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 730 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | Mondial | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
