1999 Ford Puma vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 266 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 Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Puma | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
