1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 461 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Samba | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1201 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
