2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 540 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 Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Transit Connect | Samba |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |