2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 757 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Mustang | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
