2000 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Focus | Samba |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |