1989 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 352 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 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Capri | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
