1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 15 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 554 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | 021 C | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
