2004 Ford Maverick vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 771 kg more than 1984 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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Maverick | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
