2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 975 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Expedition | Samba |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |