1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 236 kg more than 1982 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 Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
