1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 15 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 502 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Mercury | Talbot |
Model | Mystique | Samba |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |