1995 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 402 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Escort | Samba |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |