2004 MCC ForTwo vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForTwo | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | MCC | Talbot |
| Model | ForTwo | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2350 mm |
