1969 Honda S600 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 19 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | S600 | Samba |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |