2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Ford Galaxy is newer by 16 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 846 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, 2000 Ford Galaxy (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Galaxy | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
