2007 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 698 kg more than 1982 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Focus | Samba |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |