2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 380 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
