1997 Ford Royale vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Royale | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
