2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 397 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
