2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 24 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (211 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1056 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Freestyle | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
