1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 182 kg more than 1986 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 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 |
