1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 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 Fiesta (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
