2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
