2004 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 712 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Focus | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
