2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 738 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Mustang | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
