1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 7 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 390 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Corsair | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
