2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | F-150 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
