2002 Ford Falcon vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 775 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Falcon | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
