2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 23 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2148 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | F-250 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2350 mm |
